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Pimm’s Cup

A traditional English summer time cocktail with Pimm's No 1, lemon, ginger beer and PLENTY of garnishes!

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 2 drinks
Calories: 162 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: British

Ingredients

  • 1 Lemon, thinly sliced
  • 1 Persian cucumber, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup strawberries, thinly sliced or quartered
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 3 ounces Pimm’s No. 1
  • 6 ounces ginger beer
  • Fresh mint and thyme to garnish

Instructions

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  1. In a tall glass combine the sliced lemons, cucumber and strawberries.
  2. Fill a cocktail shaker with about 1 cup of ice. Add the lemon juice and Pimm's No. 1 over the ice and secure the lid of the shaker. Shake for 20 seconds until chilled.
  3. Add a few fresh ice cubes to the glass and then strain the mixture over the ice. Fill the remaining part of the glass with ginger beer. Garnish with the fresh mint and thyme and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Not familiar with Pimm's? Pimm’s is a gin-based liqueur with a deep red color that is flavored with ‘herbal botanicals,’ spices, and caramelized orange. It’s in the realm of a digestive if you ask me which means, you’re not going to feel bloated after a few!

Nutrition Information

Calories 162kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 0.3g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.04g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Monounsaturated Fat 0.02g Sodium 9mg (0%) Potassium 188mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 47IU (1%) Vitamin C 56mg (62%) Calcium 28mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2drinks

Amount Per Serving

Calories 162

% Daily Value*

Calories 162kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 0.3g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.04g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.02g 0%
Sodium 9mg 0%
Potassium 188mg 4%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 12g 24%
Vitamin A 47IU 1%
Vitamin C 56mg 62%
Calcium 28mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.